G-Cefixime 400 mg (Capsule)
Unit Price: ৳ 30.00 (2 x 6: ৳ 360.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 180.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Cefixime trihydrate |
| Company | Gonoshasthaya pharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Upper Respiratory Tract Infections
- Lower Respiratory Tract Infections
- Urinary Tract Infections
- Clinical efficacy against various pathogens
- Bactericidal activity
- In-vitro activity against Gram-positive and Gram-negative organisms
Pharmacology
- Third generation semisynthetic cephalosporin antibiotic
- Bactericidal against broad spectrum of bacteria
- Interferes with bacterial cell wall synthesis
- Stable in the presence of Beta-lactamase enzyme
- 40% to 50% absorption rate with or without food
Dosage & Administration
- Usual course of treatment is 7 days
- Usable in adults and children over 10 years
- Dosage adjustment in severe renal impairment
- Dosage guidance for different age groups
- Dosage modification in renal impairment
Interaction
- Potential interaction with anticoagulant therapy
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to cephalosporin antibiotics
Side Effects
- Gastrointestinal disturbances
- Central nervous system effects
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Hematological and clinical chemistry effects
- Mild transient changes in liver and renal function tests
Pregnancy & Lactation
- No adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women
- Caution suggested for use during pregnancy and lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution in patients with hypersensitivity to other drugs
- Caution in penicillin-sensitive patients
- Caution in patients with markedly impaired renal function
- Impact on normal flora of the colon
Overdose Effects
- Potential use of Gastric Lavage
- No specific antidote available
- Absence of significant removal via hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis
Therapeutic Class
- Third generation Cephalosporins
Storage Conditions
- Storage below 30°C temperature
- Protection from light & moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C16H15N5O7S2
Common Questions about G-Cefixime 400 mg Capsule
- Uses of G-Cefixime
- Side Effects of G-Cefixime
- Storage and disposal instructions
- Suitability for treating cold and flu
- Special dietary instructions
- Use in infants
- Comparison with penicillin variant
- Interactions with other medications
- Duration of action
- Improvement after usage
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